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A Comprehensive Guide to Research Citation and Annotated References

This document provides an overview of the importance of citing sources in research and outlines various citation styles, specifically APA and MLA. It emphasizes the necessity of crediting authors for borrowed material and the integrity of research work. The guide details how to create annotated references, including summarizing sources and evaluating their reliability and relevance. Useful for students and researchers in arts, sciences, and social sciences, it also includes tips on formatting and additional resources for effective citation practices.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Research Citation and Annotated References

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  1. MMR Library Resource Centre Documentation

  2. What is it? • A list of all the sources you used for your research. • In alphabetical order • Special style

  3. Why? • You must say if you borrowed the material and where you borrowed it from. • You must give credit to the author for any information you use. • Your work is honest, not plagiarized.

  4. Which style? APA style MLA style • English • Arts • History • Languages • Geography • Science • Tech • Business • Social Sciences

  5. Books Encyclopedias DVDs, Videos Online Databases Websites Many other possibilities APA Style

  6. APA Style • Author’s name • Date • Title • Publisher • Place of Publication

  7. APA Style - Print Author. (Year). Title of book. Place of Publication: Publisher. Gifford, C. (2006). Gangs. Mankato, MN: Marshall Cavendish.

  8. APA Style –Online Encyclopedia Asenjo, B. (2002). Addiction. The Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine. Retrieved May 9, 2008, from Thomson Gale database.

  9. Annotated References • A summary and/or evaluation of the resource • A short paragraph after each citation on your References list • Format can vary – your teacher will give you guidelines

  10. Annotated References Why? • You read each resource more carefully. • You read each resource more critically. • Helps you narrow down your topic. • Helps you develop your own point of view and/or your arguments.

  11. Annotated ReferencesWhat to include? • It is okay to write in the first person (“I”). • A few sentences to summarize your source. • Not necessary to summarize the whole book if you used only a section.

  12. Annotated ReferencesWhat to include? • Author’s background and qualifications: Who is the author? What makes him/her an expert?

  13. Annotated ReferencesWhat to include? • A bit of analysis about the source: • Is it reliable? • Is it up to date? • Is the research biased or objective? • Is the reading level right for you? • Does it help you narrow down your topic?

  14. References • Write a short paragraph after each citation. • Follow the examples on the handout. • Ask for help if you need it!

  15. Helpful Web Links APA Style Print and Media Sources Online Sources In-text citation Library at Lansing Community College, Lansing MI, 2010.

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